Amsterdam UMC - Alzheimer Center Amsterdam
Sophie van der Landen is a PhD Student at Amsterdam UMC, focusing on the 4D FUTURE project aimed at improving dementia diagnostics through digital tools. With a background as a neuropsychologist and research assistant on multiple studies related to Alzheimer’s disease, including the EMIF-AD Twins 60++ and EMIF-AD 90+ studies, Sophie actively contributes to Alzheimer research while volunteering with Team Alzheimer. Previous experiences include roles as a hostess at Topaz, an intern in neuropsychology at GGZ Delfland, and student assistant positions at VUmc and the Alzheimercentrum. Sophie holds a Master's degree in Clinical Neuropsychology and Vitality and Ageing, as well as a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and participation in the Honours College at Leiden University.
Amsterdam UMC - Alzheimer Center Amsterdam
Alzheimer Centrum Amsterdam is part of the Amsterdam University Medical Center and is physically located at the VUmc location on De Boelelaan. More than 100 employees work at the center. Every year they treat thousands of patients from all over the country. In addition to caring for patients, a large proportion of the employees are involved in conducting ant the implementation of research. Alzheimer Centrum Amsterdam is the diagnosis and treatment center for dementia, with a focus on dementia at a young age. Our mission is to make dementia negotiable, treatable and eventually heal.